News From Mallorca

In Son Carrió, Mallorca, the railway museum marks its first year from 4 November 2026 with guided tours, a local produce fair and a family bike ride.

On 26 October in Cala Ratjada, Mallorca, a thief bites a granddaughter trying to recover her grandmother’s handbag. Both women are taken to hospital.

On 2 November 2026, the Balearic Health Service seeks builders for a Formentera health centre with 15 consulting rooms, linked to the island’s hospital.

On 2 November in Mallorca, tourism minister Jaume Bauzá accuses the bishop of hypocrisy, citing cyclists, cruise passengers and 268 places at Lluc.

On 2 November, the Mallorca Island Council announces Saturday’s line dance day in Alcúdia, Mallorca, with tailored classes, lunch and a musical performance.

In Sant Jordi, Palma, a roof section has fallen at a planned day centre site. On 2 November 2026, MÉS warns of pedestrian risk as work remains stalled.

On 2 November 2026, the Guardia Civil reports a head-on crash on Mallorca's Ma-15: two drivers are hurt after a car goes the wrong way; one is arrested.

On 2 November 2026, the Balearic government says 366 Mallorca pharmacies will get bags carrying a free, confidential violence helpline as calls rise.

In Alcúdia, Mallorca, the Socialists warn on 2 November that nearly €5 million for the Alcanada clean-up is at risk, with more EU funding in doubt.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 2 November 2026, the council unveils a €16.5m parking plan for 2027, a new Playa de Palma car park and 230 more electric bikes.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 2 November 2026, cancer researchers and a charity join forces to promote prevention, share research and publicise support.

Palma, Mallorca, 2 November: PP candidate José Vicente Marí pledges new legal status for yacht clubs, with port fees and dredging rules also in play.

In Palma on Mallorca, shops closed early on Friday and Saturday over fears of Blocus unrest. On 2 November, their trade group weighs a claim for losses.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 2 November, MÉS urges the island council to check the cost of Pedro Bestard’s official cars and recover any public money lost.

Palma, Mallorca, 2 November 2026: A car kills a man, 70, on the Ma-30 near Son Ferriol. The driver flees, but the Guardia Civil finds a suspect soon after.

In Palma on 2 November, Francina Armengol backs the Balearic general strike set for 11 November, calling for higher pay and a change in housing policy.

Palma, Mallorca plans free bus travel in 2027, but it needs state funding. The 2 November 2026 budget also sets out new electric buses and more staff.

On 2 November in Palma, Mallorca, doctors fit the Balearics’ first extravascular defibrillator, with its wire beneath the breastbone, outside the heart.

Palma, Mallorca, starts its 2026–27 planting drive on 2 November, with over 14,500 trees and shrubs planned across its districts and Bellver Forest.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 2 November 2026, Francina Armengol calls for answers after the Urda train crash but will not judge whether Óscar Puente should quit.

Palma, Mallorca, 2 November 2026: the city plans €400,000 for Son Valentí funeral home, with more work lined up at Bon Sosec and the cemetery.

Maó, Menorca, 2 November 2026: Three arrests follow a bike chase last week. Police recover stolen bicycles and e-scooters; some owners remain unknown.

On 2 November 2026, police in Palma, Mallorca, report a Friday street-racing alert in Can Valero: one arrest, 33 suspected offences and an uninsured motorbike.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 2 November 2026, a taxi driver denies a woman's sexual assault allegation as prosecutors seek 10 years in prison. A verdict awaits.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 2 November 2026, Francina Armengol says a prosecutor’s complaint over Pedro Bestard’s use of council cars exposes PP-Vox ties.